civil engineering

Engineering is a growing field in our fast-developing world. How exactly do engineers create the infrastructure that we rely on? Engineers use science and math to design and build machines and structures, such as buildings, roads, and bridges. In this book, readers will learn about what engineering means, who studies it, and how they may apply engineering skills in their own lives. Using reader-friendly language, the text conveys key STEAM concepts in an easy-to-understand way. Bright photographs make the information pop.

Humans have been building bridges for centuries. They have opened up new areas to exploration and commerce. Although the basic function of bridges has not changed, the materials and methods of construction have undergone amazing transformations over the years. These continue to advance, which will allow engineers to make bridges that are even longer and sturdier than the ones that exist today. Informative sidebars enhance the engaging main text, giving readers an in-depth look at the history and science of bridge construction. A glossary of new terms gives readers a better grasp of the subject matter, and a list of websites gives a starting point for further research.

Do you like putting things together and building? That might be a potential clue to your future career! This book explores what a career in building might look like. Readers will discover how their interests can lead to a lifelong future career. Aligned to curriculum standards and 21st Century Skills, Career Clues for Kids prepares readers for a successful future. Includes table of contents, glossary, index, sidebars, and author biographies.

"This illustrated book extends the field guide genre from natural phenomena to human-made structures, making their design and construction approachable and understandable to non-engineers. Readers will learn to identify characteristics of the electrical grid, roadways, railways, bridges, tunnels, waterways, and more"--Provided by publisher.

Presents a guide to what it takes to be a civil engineering technician.

"This accessible nonfiction compendium explores the creation of 10 global landmarks, from the first spark of an idea to the final layer of paint. Acclaimed educator Rekha S. Rajan encourages readers to see themselves as the engineers, builders, architects, and more through interactive stories and a unique structure"--.

"Follow Bea, Archie, Trudy, and Spencer (otherwise known as the BATS!) as they crisscross the globe using every type of bridge: beam, arch, truss, and suspension. From ancient low-slung rope bridges to modern hi-tech towers of steel, they'll traverse 'em all. Their journey will take them through history and connect them with new ideas and different cultures. Along the way they'll identify the dangerous forces trying to bring bridges crashing down, and how to defeat them--through engineering!"--Provided by publisher.

"From a lowly mixture of stone, sand, water, and cement have sprung sidewalks, streets, and skyscrapers, . . . lighthouses and . . . palaces, long bridges and massive dams. In ancient building practices, in modern engineering, and in the architecture of the future, humble concrete plays a mighty role in the creation of the human-made world. With facts and . . . running narrative in the form of repartee-filled speech bubbles, [this book] is . . . informative and visually sweeping"--Provided by publisher.

"From the Panama Canal to Hoover Dam and the Eiffel Tower, [this book] outlines the principles and processes followed to build some of the world's . . . structures. Readers will . . . read the stories behind each project as well as the mini bios of the 'STEM-gineers' who worked on them. Experiments and research challenges help reinforce concepts"--Provided by publisher.

"In this book, early fluent readers will marvel at the Great Wall of China while learning about its history, location, uses, and architecture"--Provided by publisher.